Description

Packaging

Application

SR 59230A was used in the identification of β-adrenoceptors in rat aorta.3 It was tested as a potential therapeutic agent in improving cardiac function in rat model of heart failure.4

Biochem/physiol Actions

SR 59230A is a β3-adrenoceptor antagonist. It has high affinity for the β3 adrenoceptors occurring in human gut that affect the function of human colonic circular smooth muscle.1 It is reported that SR 59230A inhibits the Kir2.1-2.3 cardiac potassium channels.2

Features and Benefits

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